Senate House Apartments

1216 Chestnut St SE, Olympia, WA 98501

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Apartment building

1 bed

Cats only

Covered parking

Shared laundry

Available units

Price may not include required fees and charges.

Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
One Bedroom 1 bd, 1 ba	700	Now	$1,500+

What's special

Clean and bright

Clean and Bright! Spacious updated 1 bedroom unit. Great Location near Capitol. Smaller building in quiet neighborhood with a residential feel! Large kitchen with lots of cabinet space. Over-sized deck off living room. Top floor unit. Easy I-5 access, 2 blocks to bus stop or walk to Capitol offices and downtown Olympia. No smoking. Reserved covered parking. On-site laundry. Cats with one time pet fee. Water/sewer/garbage and hot water included. This is a nice place to live!

Facts, features & policies

Building Amenities

Other

Laundry: Shared

Security

Controlled Access

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Unit Features

Appliances

Oven

Range

Refrigerator

Flooring

Laminate

Heating

Electric

Other

Patio Balcony

Policies

Parking

Covered Parking

Parking Lot

Lease terms

One year

Six months

Utilities included in rent

Garbage

Hot Water

Sewage

Water

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CatsStatus: Allowed
Number allowed2
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed

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Neighborhood: Downtown

Areas of interest

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Travel times

Getting around

Walk Score^®

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Somewhat Walkable

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Some Transit

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Very Bikeable

Nearby schools in Olympia

Lincoln Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 0.7 miles

7/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

7/10

Student Progress Rating

7/10

Washington Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 1.7 miles

8/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

9/10

Student Progress Rating

7/10

Olympia High School

Grades 9-12 • 1.5 miles

9/10

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Test Score Rating

9/10

College Readiness Rating

9/10

Historic Area
The Washington State Capitol Campus and downtown’s historic buildings give the area a strong connection to Olympia’s civic past.
Outdoor Activities
Percival Landing’s waterfront promenade and the Capitol Campus paths offer places to walk outdoors.
Dining Scene
Downtown has cafés and restaurants alongside the Olympia Farmers Market’s food offerings.
Walkable Streets
The compact downtown layout makes many shops, public spaces, and everyday destinations reachable on foot.

Downtown Olympia sits near the southern end of Puget Sound, where the waterfront and Capitol Lake shape the city’s setting. The maritime climate brings mild, wet winters and comparatively dry summers. The Washington State Capitol Campus is a prominent landmark, with landscaped grounds and walking paths; nearby Percival Landing offers a waterfront promenade, public art, and views across Budd Inlet. Downtown streets mix historic buildings with cafés, independent shops, restaurants, and evening venues, while the Olympia Farmers Market adds a seasonal place to browse local goods and food. The Olympia Timberland Library and downtown parks provide additional public spaces. Many errands are possible on foot, and Intercity Transit buses connect downtown with other parts of the region. For the Downtown neighborhood, median rent is $1,395 per month, with a typical range of $1,000 to $3,195.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Senate House Apartments located, and what is the neighborhood like?

Senate House Apartments is located at 1216 Chestnut St SE in Downtown, Olympia, WA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Meconi's Italian Subs, Wagner's Bakery & Cafe, and Olympia Coffee Roasting.

What is the average rent in Olympia, WA?

Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Downtown neighborhood of Olympia is currently $1,395 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

What schools are assigned to Senate House Apartments?

The schools assigned to Senate House Apartments include Lincoln Elementary School, Washington Middle School, and Olympia High School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Senate House Apartments?

Senate House Apartments is located near 5 grocery stores, including Bayview Thriftway (0.9 miles) and Olympia Farmers Market (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Orca Books, are approximately 0.6 miles away.

What hospitals and medical facilities are near Senate House Apartments?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Senate House Apartments include Bloodworks Northwest Olympia (0.3 miles away), Eastside Women's Health (0.3 miles away), and Dermatology Associates (1 mile away).